10 h. ago Controversial proposals for Bridgend hydrogen energy facility given green light

A Welsh Government holding direction has now been removed

Science

16 h. ago What is sustainable investing and how can my money support green issues?

Environmental reasons, fair trade industries and renewable energy can all be ways to use your money in a green way

Economics

4 d. ago BP dropped its green pledges and turned back to oil. Now the price of crude has collapsed

At its AGM this week, the company will face not only the activist investor at its heels, but a global economy being changed from the White HouseAfter Donald Trump’s “liberation day” on Wednesday last week, BP lost almost a quarter of its market value in a share price rout even deeper than the oil giant endured in the wake of the Deepwater Horizon disaster. The collapse in global oil prices in the wake of the US president’s ­tariff blitz may have wiped billions from its ­market value – but Trump isn’t BP’s only problem.The oil company will face shareholders this week for the first time since it bowed to investor pressure to abandon its green energy ambitions in favour of a return to fossil fuels, and its chair, Helge Lund, agreed to step down from the board. Continue reading...

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5 d. ago Voices: The big loser from the collapse of British Steel is Ed Miliband and his green utopianism

Labour came to power with a hugely ambitious plan to accelerate the drive to net zero – just as the country was turning against the costs involved, writes John Rentoul

Culture

6 d. ago Will global climate action be a casualty of Trump’s tariffs?

Clean energy investors likely to pull back from US, but other countries may seize opportunity to speed transitionDonald Trump’s upending of the global economy has raised fears that climate action could emerge as a casualty of the trade war.In the week that has followed “liberation day”, economic experts have warned that the swathe of tariffs could trigger a global economic recession, with far-reaching consequences for investors – including those behind the green energy projects needed to meet climate goals. Continue reading...

Politics

8 d. ago Famous Scots island's whisky distilleries embracing green energy future

But community leaders have warned their success is being hampered by insufficient connections to the National Grid.

Science

8 d. ago Inside 175 year old hotel on sale for £1.35m in Scottish town with famous festival

The hotel is a 14-bedroom property with a rich past and prime location

Economics

1 week ago Scenic Scottish coastline famous for 'Chariots of Fire' named UK's top 10 beach

A stunning Scottish beach has been ranked among the top 10 most sought-after UK destinations on holidaymakers' wishlists

Events

1 week ago BP chairman to step down after oil giant retreats from green energy

BP kick-started a search for a new chair after Helge Lund told the board he intends to leave the role ‘in due course’.

Politics

1 week ago Scottish jet boutique flying high due to boom in golf tourism

Local private jet broker, V-Jets, has achieved a 10% uplift in usage over the last three months alone, as more golfers are choosing to arrive in style for Scotland’s world-famous courses..

Politics

2 w. ago River City: The famous names who have signed open letter to save BBC jobs

Former first minister Nicola Sturgeon is among more than 100 well-known names that have signed an open letter over the demise of River City

Politics

2 w. ago Edinburgh Zoo welcomes 'famous' TikTok capybara with series of adorable photos

The large rodent rose to fame on the social media platform in 2024 - and staff are hoping he has some 'babybaras' with either Cali or Luna.

Culture

2 w. ago Famous Scots osprey finally returns to nest after fears over illness

Louis became a hit during the first lockdown of the Covid pandemic in 2020 on a live nest camera.

Politics

2 w. ago Jess Glynne shares rare tribute to girlfriend Alex Scott as fans congratulate famous couple

BBC star Alex Scott and singer Jess Glynne confirmed their relationship in 2023, but some fans were still surprised to learn that they were together after Jess shared a moving post

Politics

2 w. ago Huge fire near famous Rangers themed Louden Tavern pub in Glasgow

Police locked down Duke Street in the city at around 7pm as firefighters tackled the blaze.

Events

3 w. ago Is this the end of fish and chips? Ed Miliband's Net Zero plans put British favourite at risk, industry warns

The head of The National Federation of Fish Fryers (NFFF) has voiced concerns that the transition to green energy risks exacerbating costs for chippies.

Events

3 w. ago What to do in Glasgow as city famous for its art, culture and industries celebrates 850th anniversary

From live music to quirky museums, Glasgow serves culture with a side of whisky and wit

Culture

4 w. ago Forget the Croque – this haggis toastie is the Scottish upgrade you need

A Croque Monsieur, but make it Scottish. Patrick Dwyer and Carol Deeney’s famous ‘Jock Monsieur’ swaps out the usual fillings for haggis, ham and a velvety béchamel – and it’s every bit as indulgent as it sounds

Politics